Z77MA G-45 Usb audio issues.

I recently purchased an MSI Z77MA G-45 motherboard for recording music. I have ran into issues from the start. The usb ports appear to be causing crackling and popping whenever I plug in my M-audio fast track Usb or my Focusrite Saffire 2i2. I have the latest drivers for everything installed. I have the latest bios v1.8. Every other bsb device seems to perform fine. I have both of these usb audio devices working properly on my older core 2 duo setup with no problems. My power supply is in fine working condition and the voltage does not fluctuate when these devices are running. I have tried disabling HPET, Turbo Boost Etc, with no luck.
I began to think that it was the motherboard so I sent it in for RMA twice. The first time it was "repaired" it was sent to me unable to boot. The second time it was sent back it still ceases to function with these devices. The other computer components are fine. I believe the usb ports are defective. Does anyone have any advice? I would rather have a new motherboard returned if I have to RMA it again, or would prefer a refund. I have only had it about three months. It unfortunately passed the refund time with the original company I bought it from.

Ah ok, try updating to the most recent beta bios:
>>Beta BIOSes<<
>>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<<
Download the latest file to your desktop but don't decompress.
Then use option 1 of the flash tool and let the tool prepare you flash drive for flashing.
Then boot to the flash drive and follow the on screen direction.
Once complete you will need to re-install the ME drivers from Intel Downloads:
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=22090&keyword=management+engine&lang=eng

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